Chief of Staff

WeVote • Oakland, CA

17d • Remote

About The Position

Reporting to the Co-Executive Directors (Co-EDs), the Chief of Staff will be a key strategic partner to the Co-EDs for WeVote's programs, fundraising, expansion, and execution of its mission. Operational responsibility will be shared with the other existing senior leaders at WeVote. S/he will need to develop deep knowledge of the field, core programs, operations, and business plans. This individual will lead critical processes and communications to all stakeholders, our OKR processes, and the annual strategic planning process. The Chief of Staff will act as a central figure in translating leadership vision into actionable plans while fostering a culture of clarity, accountability, and high performance. This is a volunteer position (WeVote is 100% volunteer) and we expect that this role will require at least 8-12 hours per week - much of this time will be during "work hours."

Requirements

• At least 3 years of senior management experience; track record of effectively leading and regionally and/or nationally scaling a performance- and outcomes-based organization and staff; ability to point to specific examples of having developed and operationalized strategies that have taken an organization to the next stage of growth
• Unwavering commitment to quality programs and data-driven program evaluation
• Excellence in organizational management with the ability to coach staff, manage, and develop high-performance teams, set and achieve strategic objectives, and manage a budget
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; a persuasive and passionate communicator with excellent interpersonal and multidisciplinary project skills
• Action-oriented, entrepreneurial, adaptable, and innovative approach to business planning
• Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people
• Passion, idealism, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed

Responsibilities

• Ensure ongoing programmatic excellence, rigorous program evaluation, and consistent quality of finance and administration, fundraising, communications, and systems; recommend timelines and resources needed to achieve the strategic goals
• Lead end-to-end OKR process ensuring alignment between organizational goals, team performance, and integrating them into a culture that is both high-performing and supportive.
• Act as the representative of the Co-EDs in high-level meetings.
• Assist the Co-EDs in managing relationships with key external stakeholders, including partners, investors, and key clients.
• Work with the Co-EDs and marketing team to prepare for public appearances, media interviews, and thought leadership opportunities.
• Coordinate high-profile meetings and events, ensuring that the Co-EDs and leadership team are well-prepared and strategically positioned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees